Cubs strengthen with win behind strong Javier Assad against Giants

The Cubs secured a 5-1 victory over the Giants on June 12, highlighted by a strong six-inning performance from Javier Assad. Assad allowed only three hits and struck out five, leading to his fourth win of the season. The Cubs managed to capitalize on key hits, including a grand slam from Seiya Suzuki and a three-run homer by Michael Busch, showcasing an improved offensive output during their current two-game winning streak. This win comes after a tough stretch where the Cubs had three losses to the same teams they now beat. The Cubs remain in the search for consistent performance as the season progresses.

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